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Lindsay Weber

Lindsay Weber is a reporter at the Morning Call covering the Lehigh Valley’s cities. She previously covered Pennsylvania’s state legislature for the Pennsylvania Legislative Correspondents Association and general assignment news for the Delaware News Journal. She’s originally from Wilmington, Delaware, and graduated from Macalester College in 2021.

This rendering shows the plans for a redesigned Center Square in Allentown, which will reduce travel lanes for motorists while adding a bike lane through the intersection (Omnes Studio/Courtesy City of Allentown).

Here are the most anticipated Allentown development projects to watch in 2026

January 2, 2026 at 7:01 a.m.

From brand new schools to a re-imagined plaza in the heart of the city, several major developments in Allentown are set to either open or make major progress in 2026.

Allentown City Hall is seen on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018. (Amy Herzog/The Morning Call/)

Allentown budget in limbo after council fails to override mayor’s veto of plan that removed tax hike

December 31, 2025 at 2:24 p.m.

Tuerk said the failed override vote leaves intact his original budget with a 4% tax increase. However, City Council's lawyer said the veto leaves the city in limbo with no...

Ballots are set for the November 4 general election. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

Left-leaning Allentown advocates blast Lehigh County Democrats over candidate selection in Pa. House special election

December 29, 2025 at 6:20 p.m.

Chair Lori McFarland defended the selection process, saying that it is dictated by state law and Democratic party by-laws.

This undated photo shows Martha Cusimano, former Lehigh Valley resident, standing in front of the US Capitol, where she testified in favor of the Farm Bill, an omnibus federal law that expanded nutrition aid, conservation, rural development and other programs. (Photo Courtesy of Patti Gomas)

Martha Cusimano left her mark on the Lehigh Valley. Her family wants to honor her memory by building a new food pantry

December 25, 2025 at 9:32 a.m.

Martha Cusimano, a former Bethlehem-area resident, raised million for local charities. Her family wants to honor her memory by building a new food pantry.

Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk, pictured here, vetoed city council's 2026 budget which stripped a 4% tax increase he said is necessary. (April Gamiz / The Morning Call)

Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk vetoes City Council’s 2026 budget, saying 4% tax increase needed

December 22, 2025 at 5:55 p.m.

If City Council fails to override Tuerk's veto or find another budget compromise by Dec. 31, Tuerk's proposed budget with a 4% tax increase will take effect next month.

Former Allentown communications manager Genesis Ortega will assume a new position with the city. (Photo courtesy of the City of Allentown)

Allentown spokesperson leaving mayor’s office to assume new role with City Council

December 19, 2025 at 10:31 a.m.

Genesis Ortega, who has served as Allentown's spokesperson since Mayor Matt Tuerk took office in 2022, will assume a new position with City Council in January, overseeing policy development, communication...

Allentown City Council has narrowly rejected a compromise 2026 budget backed by Mayor Matt Tuerk that would have increased taxes but lowered an increase in the city's trash fees. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

Allentown City Council keeps taxes level, rejecting mayor’s compromise 2026 budget

December 18, 2025 at 3:22 p.m.

Mayor Matt Tuerk has 10 days to decide if he will veto City Council's budget, which he said was "evidence of their fundamental misunderstanding of government finance."

Josh Siegel resigned Wednesday from the state House of Representatives after winning election last month to be the next Lehigh County executive. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

Josh Siegel resigns from Pa. House to become Lehigh County executive. Here’s when the election will be to replace him

December 18, 2025 at 3:52 p.m.

A date has been set for a special election to replace state Rep. Josh Siegel, who won election in November to become the next Lehigh County executive.

Karen Ocasio, a former Allentown human resources employee who was fired after speaking publicly about alleged discrimination she faced at work, speaks Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. (April Gamiz / The Morning Call)

Third Allentown employee sues city in federal court, alleging illegal discrimination and retaliation

December 17, 2025 at 3:22 p.m.

Karen Ocasio, a former human resources generalist for Allentown, is seeking back pay, compensatory damages and other legal relief.

Vice President JD Vance appears Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, at a Uline warehouse in Lower Macungie Township, where he delivered a speech on the economy during his first visit to the Lehigh Valley since taking office. (Monica Cabrera/The Morning Call)

JD Vance touts Trump record on economy during Lehigh Valley visit amid voter concerns

December 16, 2025 at 3:49 p.m.

Vice President JD Vance touted the Trump administration’s economic record at an address in the Lehigh Valley on Tuesday, highlighting jobs numbers and easing inflation, amid voter concerns.

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